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Ingredients

  • angel hair pasta
  • shrimp
  • olive oil
  • butter
  • garlic
  • white wine
  • lemon juice
  • parsley
  • red pepper flakes
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1Cook angel hair pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. 2Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
  3. 3Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. 4Increase heat to medium-high and add shrimp; cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. 5Pour in white wine and lemon juice; simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. 6Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. 7Add the cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to combine with the shrimp and sauce.
  8. 8Stir in chopped parsley and additional lemon juice if desired.
  9. 9Serve immediately, garnished with grated parmesan cheese.

Ingredient Alternatives

butter

Healthier: olive oil

Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while providing a similar flavor.

white wine

Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth provides moisture and flavor without alcohol.

parmesan cheese

Healthier: nutritional yeast

Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a low-calorie substitute for cheese flavor.

shrimp

Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is often less expensive than shrimp.

Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment

large potlarge skilletcolandermeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons
🌶️🌶️🌶️Medium

Also Known As

Shrimp Scampi with Angel HairGarlic Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cashews
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1/2 cup onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. 3Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. 5In the same skillet, add the garlic, ginger, bell peppers, and onion. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. 6Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cashews and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. 7Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. 8Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Equipment

large skilletmixing bowlcutting boardknife
🌶️🌶️🌶️Low
pescatarian

Ingredients

  • 2 halibut fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parchment paper for wrapping

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2Cut two large pieces of parchment paper, about 12x16 inches each.
  3. 3Place one halibut fillet in the center of each parchment piece.
  4. 4Top each fillet with equal amounts of zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot.
  5. 5Add a few slices of lemon on top of the vegetables and fish.
  6. 6Drizzle each fillet with olive oil and sprinkle with minced garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  7. 7Fold the parchment paper over the fish and vegetables, creating a sealed packet by folding the edges tightly.
  8. 8Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  9. 9Remove from the oven and let sit for a couple of minutes before carefully opening the packets to avoid steam.
  10. 10Serve the halibut directly in the parchment or transfer to plates.

Equipment

OvenBaking sheetParchment paperKnifeCutting board

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